Description
Bang Bang Fried Rice is a flavorful twist on classic fried rice, combining savory beef, vibrant veggies, and a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. This dish is not only simple to make but also a fantastic way to use up leftover rice and ingredients.
Ingredients
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- Day-old jasmine rice
- Beef (or chicken, shrimp, or tofu)
- Peas
- Carrots
- Bell peppers
- Broccoli (optional)
- Snow peas (optional)
- Corn (optional)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- Sriracha (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon oil (for sautéing)
- 1 tablespoon oil (for frying)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: If you’re using freshly cooked rice, spread it out on a baking sheet to cool for about 30 minutes. This will help it dry out a bit, making it perfect for frying.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons of sweet chili sauce. Stir well until smooth. Adjust the spice level by adding sriracha to taste.
- Sauté the Protein: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Once hot, add your beef or chosen protein. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables: In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil and toss in your vegetables. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they’re tender but still crisp.
- Add the Rice: Push the vegetables to the side of the pan and add another splash of oil if needed. Add your day-old rice and break up any clumps. Stir everything together and let it fry for about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine Everything: Add the cooked protein back into the pan, along with the Bang Bang sauce. Mix well, ensuring everything is coated and heated through. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Once everything is well combined, remove from heat. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and extra Bang Bang sauce on the side, if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Always use day-old rice or rice that has been cooled in the fridge to prevent it from becoming mushy when fried. Feel free to tweak the Bang Bang sauce to your liking by adding garlic powder, lime juice, or a dash of soy sauce for extra flavor.